ROLEX 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date, Automatic, 34mm, Silver Dial. Vintage 1966 For Sale

Men’s/Unisex ROLEX Ref. 1500, Cal. 1560, OysterPerpetual Date, Automatic, 34mm Sunburst Silver Dial, Polished Stainless-SteelCase and Bracelet. Vintage from 1966.

Upfor sale here is a pre-owned vintage Rolex (Ref. 1500) Oyster Perpetual 34mm watch. This timepiece has been part of a watchcollector’s collection that is being liquidated. For a sixty year old vintage watch, it is invery good condition. To the naked eye,it looks like you would expect a Rolex from the 1960’s to look. Under close magnification, you can see theexpected incidental “scratches” on the case and bracelet that come from routinewear. The sunburst silver dial andcrystal have a nice clean look. It doesnot come with a Rolex watch box or papers.The bracelet will fit wrist size up to 8-inches.

This is a timeless classic, Men\'s RolexOyster Perpetual 1500 all-stainless steel Date automatic, c.1966, all original,in good working condition. Unrestored Rolex signed silver dial, applied batonindex hour markers, silver minute and hour hands, sweeping central second hand,date display at the 3 position, hands and dial in good, original vintagecondition. Acrylic crystal. Smooth bezelon stainless steel case measures 34mm wide, case in good condition. 26-jeweledRolex cal.1560 COSC automatic movement.In excellent running condition. On original Rolex folded stainless steelOyster bracelet.

YEAR – 1966

MOVEMENT MODEL: 1560

CASE STYLE: 1500

CASE S/N: 2117,xxx

BRACELET: Rolex SS 77

WRIST SIZE: 8” Max (10 Links)

Technical Analysis of this watch’s condition by a Professional WatchJeweler: “2.1 milserial. Non-quickset. Case and bracelet show scratches andindentions. Dial and hands showpatina. Bracelet exhibits heavystretch. Acrylic crystal has chips andsurface scratches, The movement is runningat the time of cataloguing; however, it has not been tested for timekeepingaccuracy or power reserve duration…”

· Brand: Rolex

· Model: Date

· Serial#: 21174xx

· Reference#: 1500

· CaseMaterial: Stainless Steel

· BandMaterial: Stainless Steel

· Condition: Good

· PapersIncluded?: No

· InOriginal Box?: No

· Year: 1969

· Exactor Circa: Circa

· Size: 34

· Gender: Unisex

· Movement: Automatic

· BraceletLinks: 10

· Date: 1

Fromresearch about this timepiece, here is a compilation of comments from industryspecialists and subject matter experts:

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Reference 1500 is a classicvintage luxury timepiece produced by Rolex from the early 1960s through the late 1970s. It iswidely celebrated among collectors for its minimalist aesthetic, historicalsignificance, and robust performance.

Below is an overview of the key specifications, designtraits, and collectability factors of the Reference 1500:

Feature

Case Diameter

34mm (Slightly smaller than the 36mm Datejust)

Case Material

Primarily Oystersteel

Bezel

Smooth / Polished fixed bezel

Crystal

Vintage Acrylic (Plexiglass) with a Cyclops date magnification lens

Lug Width

19mm with drilled lug holes for easy strap changes

Movement

Automatic Caliber 1565 (early models) or Caliber 1570/1575 (later models)

Date Function

Non-quickset (Requires advancing the time past midnight to change the date)

Water Resistance

Original screw-down Oyster case (Treat as splash-proof unless modern tested)

Key Design & Collector Variations

• The 34mm Profile: While the signature Datejust measures 36mm, the Reference 1500 belongs to the 34mm \"Date\" family. It offers a highly versatile, understated option that wears comfortably on a wide range of wrist sizes.
• Dial Evolution: The reference features diverse dial textures and colors. The most common are sunburst silver.
• Sigma & Tritium Dials: Many 1970s models feature tritium lume plots marked \"T SWISS T\" at the bottom.
• Bracelet Options: It originally shipped on three-link Oyster bracelets. It is also frequently paired with leather straps for a formal look]

As one of the least expensive vintage Rolex watches, the reference 1500Rolex Date offers tremendous value for the money and represents classic Rolexat its very best. Aside from its functional design, the Rolex Oyster PerpetualDate ref: 1500 is an appealing timepiece to own due to its easy-to-wear designthat has remained timeless throughout the past half a century. On the pre-ownedmarket, it’s also incredibly affordable for a timeless classic from the world’smost famous luxury watch manufacturer.

Introduced in the early 1960s and known as the slightly smaller brotherto the iconic Datejust, the Rolex 1500 is the perfect vintage Rolex watch for daily wear and use. Robustenough to stand the rigors of everyday life but classic enough to be worn witha suit and tie, the Rolex Date reference shares the same in-house, chronometer-certifiedPerpetual movement as its larger Datejust sibling, granting it identicalperformance despite its smaller case diameter and lower price point. As noted in many Rolex Datereviews, the reference 1500 stands out as thequintessential example of Rolex’s smaller date-displaying wristwatch.Introduced in the early 1960s and remaining in production through the late1970s, the Rolex Date ref. 1500 was available in various materials and featureda wide range of dials throughout its production, making it a favorite amongcollectors.

Watch Specs

Oyster Perpetual Datejust

1500 series

Case Diameter:

Watch Features

Dial:

Genuine Rolex Silver Color Dial with Baton / Stick Hour Markers

Bezel:

Genuine Rolex Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel

Crystal:

Acrylic crystal

Case:

Genuine Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Case with Screw-Down Crown and case-Back

Bracelet:

Genuine Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet

Wrist Size:

This Rolex will fit up to an approx 8\" inch wrist

Box:

Being a vintage Rolex, original box is not included

Condition:

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